East Fife welcome fellow play-off hopefuls Airdrieonians to Bayview Stadium tomorrow in what is a crunch match for both sides with four teams sitting on 46 points with two games left to play.
Speaking earlier today manager Barry Smith looked ahead to the game.
"I was delighted to have won the game last week that puts us in a good position going into the final two games of the season and an opportunity to get into the play-offs, a position that was better than expected at the start of the campaign. I'm also delighted that Pat Slattery, Kevin Smith and Chris Kane have decided to stay on for another two years, which not only shows their commitment to the club but also the club's commitment towards building a strong squad for the future. We will also be in talks with others in the coming weeks as we plan ahead for next season."
The Bayview gaffer also reported that Luke Watt will make a welcome return to the squad but Jonathon Page is unlikely to be involved. Striker Jordan Austin is also a doubt, while Chris Duggan will serve a one game suspension after his dismissal at Cliftonhill last week.
Matches have been tight between the sides this season with two draws at the Excelsior Stadium and a 1-0 win for the Diamonds in the previous meeting at Bayview. With so much at stake the club are hoping for a bigger than normal turnout to cheer the lads on tomorrow in what should be an entertaining encounter.
Fife Cup Final 2016/2017
Raith Rovers FC v Cowdenbeath FC
Wednesday 3rd May 2017 - Kick Off 7.45pm
We can confirm that East Fife FC withdrew from the competition due to severe injuries at the Club, therefore allowing Cowdenbeath to proceed to the Final.
We are delighted to confirm that Chris Kane, Pat Slattery and Kevin Smith have agreed terms to remain here at Bayview until May 2019.
We would also like to confirm that our Manager Barry Smith will also be with us until 2019.
A reminder that Monday 1st May is the deadline to ensure that you get your name & unique squad number on the commemorative strip
The above photo was taken by the family of William Toner, a life long East Fife Supporter who went to Hengoed, South Wales, to work over 25 years ago from Methil. He was surprised and delighted to receive a "get well card" from the Club signed by the players. Mr Toner is recovering from a serious operation and his daughter contacted the Club to see if a card could be sent to cheer him up. You can see how delighted he was to receive it. He has never been to Bayview since the Club left the old park but he is now determined to return in the new season to see his favourite team. You can see that he is wearing the current home top. Hope all goes well, William and see you next season.